Piyush Goyal says India US trade talks to produce joint statement in 4 to 5 days
Piyush Goyal: India US Joint Statement Soon on Trade Deal
India and the United States are expected to issue a joint statement within the next few days on ongoing tariff discussions, Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal said, clarifying the status of trade deal negotiations between the two countries.
Piyush Goyal Joint Statement Timeline
Piyush Goyal said both India and US are working toward a joint statement likely within four to five days to outline progress in tariff and trade deals. He indicated the document will reflect areas of understanding reached during recent negotiations rather than a finalised treaty.
Officials described the upcoming statement as part of continuing dialogue to strengthen economic engagement between the two partners.
India US Tariff Negotiation Status
The minister clarified that the current discussions do not amount to a legally binding trade deal agreement. Instead, the statement will capture agreed principles and future direction, leaving detailed provisions to subsequent negotiations.
Authorities noted that such frameworks allow flexibility for both governments while moving toward deeper trade cooperation.
Broader India US Trade Talks
India and the United States are negotiating market access, tariff reductions and regulatory alignment across sectors including manufacturing, agriculture and services. The joint statement is expected to provide clarity on the next phase of talks while formal agreements continue to be discussed.
